Today we’d like to introduce you to Meghan Hill.
Hi Meghan , so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
I’m a self-taught photographer who began my career out of necessity, and slowly discovered it was also a calling. I was living with chronic pain that made a traditional 9–5 impossible; some days, simply functioning took everything I had. Photography offered me a way to work for myself, set my own hours, and still create something meaningful even on my hardest days.
What started as a practical solution became a deep passion. Over time, as I photographed couples and individuals, I realized I wasn’t just documenting moments..I was witnessing connection, tenderness, and resilience. My own experiences with pain and loss sharpened my sensitivity to those quiet, honest moments that often go unseen.
Today, my work is shaped by that journey. I approach photography with presence and empathy..creating images that feel intimate, soulful, and true. What began as a way to survive has become a way to tell stories, both mine and others’, with depth, care, and intention.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
It definitely hasn’t been a smooth road. I live with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, and over the years I’ve undergone more than twenty surgeries. There were long stretches when taking photographs the way I once had wasn’t just difficult..it was dangerous. Because of my craniocervical instability, being behind the camera often sent me straight to the emergency room. Eventually, I had to face the devastating truth that the work I loved was costing me my health.
There was real grief in that loss. Photography had been my livelihood and my language, and suddenly my body couldn’t hold it the same way. For a time, I transitioned to taking distance photographs—images that allowed me to stay connected to the act of seeing and storytelling without putting myself at risk. That shift became the foundation for The Kintsugi Chronicles, a personal body of work and platform rooted in the Japanese philosophy of repairing what is broken with gold. Through it, I began documenting beauty, resilience, and meaning in the midst of fracture, both in the world and in myself.
Those seasons were marked by self-doubt, isolation, and the fear that stepping back would mean losing everything I’d built. But they also reshaped how I work and why. They taught me patience, reverence for limits, and a deeper understanding of what it means to create from truth rather than force.
The road has been uneven and, at times, heartbreaking, but it has also been clarifying. The very things that threatened to take photography away from me ultimately refined my voice, deepened my empathy, and gave my work the quiet strength it carries today.
As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
I specialize in intimate, soulful portraiture, capturing moments that feel both authentic and timeless. My work ranges from couples and engagements to personal portrait sessions, and I focus on creating images that tell a story, rather than just documenting a moment.
What sets me apart is my approach: I bring presence, empathy, and patience to every session. Having navigated chronic illness and physical limitations, I understand what it means to create in the midst of challenge, and I strive to make every subject feel seen, safe, and celebrated. My sessions are collaborative and relaxed, allowing people to feel truly themselves in front of the camera.
I’m especially proud of how my work has grown into The Kintsugi Chronicles, a personal project that explores resilience, healing, and beauty in imperfection. It reflects not just technical skill, but a commitment to capturing life’s depth, vulnerability, and grace..moments that will be treasured for years to come.
Is there something surprising that you feel even people who know you might not know about?
Something many people might not know is that I live with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome which is an hyper mobile connective tissue disease and have experienced intense, often debilitating pain throughout my life. Despite, or perhaps because of that, I’ve developed a deep spiritual practice that shapes how I see the world, connect with others, and approach my photography. My work is fueled not just by an eye for beauty, but by a desire to capture resilience, presence, and the quiet, sacred moments that often go unseen.
Pricing:
- Session- 350
- Elopement- 1400
- Wedding- 2600
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.meghanhill.co
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meghanhillphoto
- Other: https://www.instagram.com/meghanhill.co
